Naga Jolokia / Bhut Jolokia / Ghost Pepper

created by Schnubaerli at 01.01.2022

Seed packet

Features

Color

red

Location

Greenhouse

Balcony

Growth habit

half-high

Taste

Sharpness 10+++

Fruit shape

habanero

Season Overview

Propagating

Planting

Harvest

J

F

M

A

M

J

A

S

O

N

D

Description

'Bhut Jolokia' originates from the Assam region in India and is a naturally evolved hybrid of the species Capsicum chinense and Capsicum frutescens. Many different names have come into use in the Assam region and the states bordering it, but they all basically describe the same variety (with only minimal variations): Naga or Bih Jolokia, Naga Morich, Raja Chili, Moresh, Mircha and many more. Until 2011, the Bhut Jolokia was the world record holder of the hottest chili with over 1 million SHU for a relatively long time.

Non hybrid

Not frost resistant

Growing tips

Early pre-growing possible from January, as has long until fruits are ready for harvest. Until germination 25 ° (first 2 weeks after sowing) Then continue to grow at 15 °. During the pre-growth should be ensured the 16h light with cultivation lamp. After growing, sprinkle a complete fertilizer, or apply chicken manure liquid manure in soil 4-6 weeks before planting. Plant only in a protected, sunny place (ideal is in a greenhouse).